Ⓒ 1994-2014 Joe Mangrum This story is a bit of a departure for me because it is about what happens in a space when a market is not there. Meet Joe Mangrum. If you’ve been at Union Square on any given Tuesday, Thursday, or Sunday, you have probably seen his gorgeous sand paintings. And you have probably seen Joe himself, on all fours, masterfully painting with a fistful of sand. Joe Mangrum is what happens on the days when the Union Square Greenmarket is not open. Joe offered

He says he only started painting recently, but I have a feeling that he’s had it in him his whole life. So when you step into his T-shirt boutique/art gallery in the market, plan on spending some time talking with Irixx and learning about what you are seeing. He makes art, reminiscent of Keith Haring with a strong narrative component. He makes T-shirts, both graphic designs and one-of-a-kind, handpainted ones. He is a poet – you can read his thoughts in words and images on an

I received this press release from the organizers at the Grand Central Holiday Fair.  2013 is the 100th anniversary of the splendid Grand Central Terminal building, and they are working on some very exciting things for us all to enjoy.  They are inviting any and all crafters, artists, and collectives to present their products for a coveted space in the Holiday Fair!  I thought it was an interesting and innovative opportunity for the market community. CENTENNIAL HOLIDAY FAIR 2

Markets of New York City is a proud sponsor: [singlepic id=1217 w=480 h=640 float=center] Brooklyn Craft Central Holiday Market When:  December 17th & 18th, 2011, 12-6PM Where:  Littlefield Art Space, 622 Degraw Street in Park Slope/Gowanus Read on for details! YOU’RE INVITED! We’re kicking out another SHOW and it is better than ever! Jurying a record amount of applicants to make way for 65 of them to participate, we got the absolute best talent concentrated into this one we

I spent a Saturday morning in September at the Grand Army Plaza Greenmarket signing books and chatting with the good people of Brooklyn.  Afterward, I took a stroll to see the artisans who set up their tables at the entrance to Prospect Park. The work of Artist Harriet Faith struck a chord with me.  She is a fine artist and jewelry maker.  Her style has a dreamy quality, with layers of colors and images, and different textures.  The subject matter is lovely and imaginative, w